2AM ET 09/23/2025 Newscast

Summary

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Fox News Hourly Update: 2AM ET 09/23/2025

Date: September 23, 2025
Host: Debra Valentine & FOX News Team

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Episode Overview

This episode delivers fast-paced updates on key U.S. political developments, global conflicts, legal proceedings, and breaking news incidents. Major topics include President Trump's health warning about Tylenol and pregnancy, the upcoming UN General Assembly amid international tensions, high-profile legal cases, and a federal investigation into a shooting at a media station.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. President Trump’s Warning on Tylenol and Autism Risk

[00:02 – 00:32]

• Main Point: President Trump publicly urges pregnant mothers to avoid Tylenol (acetaminophen) due to a possible risk of autism in children.
• Details:
  • Direct warning: “Don't take it. Unless it's absolutely necessary, don't do it.” – President Trump ([00:12])
  • Administration’s health officials cite a potential link between maternal Tylenol use and increased autism rates.
  • FDA plans to issue new guidance to doctors regarding acetaminophen and pregnancy.
  • Tylenol manufacturer contests claim: “Sound science shows acetaminophen does not cause autism.”
  • Alternative explanations: Other researchers attribute rising autism rates to improved diagnostic methods.

Notable Quotes

• Jared Halpern: “The FDA will issue new guidance to doctors about the use of Tylenol by pregnant mothers. The maker of Tylenol says sound science shows acetaminophen does not cause autism.” ([00:34])

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2. President Trump Prepares for Key UN General Assembly Speech

[00:54 – 01:48]

• Main Point: President Trump is set to address the United Nations with unresolved global conflicts at the forefront.
• Details:
  • Focus on recent U.S. ally recognition of Palestine, complicating U.S. diplomatic relations.
  • The White House says Trump’s speech will emphasize "renewal of American strength and historic domestic and international accomplishments."
  • Ongoing challenges: Conflict in Gaza/Israel and Russia/Ukraine persist as diplomatic thorns.
    • Russian President Vladimir Putin offers a one-year extension to the current nuclear treaty.
    • U.S. UN Ambassador Mike Walsh warns NATO will be defended after multiple Russian airspace violations.

Notable Quotes

• Alexandria Hoff: “The White House says the president’s speech will highlight the renewal of American strength and historic domestic and international accomplishments.” ([01:10])
• Alexandria Hoff: “Despite considerable effort, Gaza and Israel, along with Russia and Ukraine have been thorns in the president's side.” ([01:17])
• Alexandria Hoff: “Newly confirmed US UN Ambassador Mike Walsh warned... NATO will be defended following multiple airspace violations by Russia.” ([01:37])

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3. Trump to Meet Ukrainian President at General Assembly

[01:48]

• Brief Note: President Trump is expected to hold talks with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky during the UN gathering.

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4. High-Profile Legal Updates

a. Attempted Assassination Trial of Ryan Ruth

[03:18 – 04:10]

• Main Point: The trial of Ryan Ruth, accused of attempting to assassinate Trump, moves to closing arguments.
• Details:
  • Defense called only three witnesses, focusing heavily on the gun’s operability.
    • Expert testimony suggests the rifle could have been effective based on shooter skill.
  • Character witnesses describe Ruth as “generous with money” and “calm under stress.”
  • Prosecution’s case featured 38 witnesses over seven days.

Notable Quotes

• Jared Halpern: “He spent a considerable amount of time questioning firearms expert Michael McCarthy about the operability of the SKS rifle... McCarthy said, depending on the skill of the shooter, yes.” ([03:33])
• Jared Halpern: “Former co-worker and friend Marshall Hinshaw said Ruth was generous with money and provided him shelter at times. ...Will Milson...said the defendant was calm under stress, gave people jobs and offered everything he had.” ([03:50])

b. Federal Charges in ABC TV Station Shooting

[04:10 – 05:02]

• Main Point: Hannibal Hernandez Santana faces charges for allegedly firing into an ABC affiliate in Sacramento.
• Details:
  • Note found criticizing the Trump administration and referencing FBI Director Cash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi.
  • Evidence shows intent: Calendar note to "do the next scary thing."
  • Initially arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, then re-arrested by FBI; now facing three federal charges:
    • Discharging a firearm in a school zone
    • Interference with a radio communication station

Notable Quotes

• Tanya J. Powers: “Federal prosecutors say he had a note in his car that was critical of the Trump administration and a calendar reminder on his fridge to, quote, ‘do the next scary thing.’” ([04:26])

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5. Media and Entertainment

[05:02 – 05:16]

• Brief Note: ABC to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show after suspension linked to remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

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Memorable Moments and Tone

• The episode is marked by urgent, authoritative reporting on political and legal developments.
• Notable for President Trump’s unusually direct public health warning and for the continued turbulence in U.S. domestic and foreign affairs.
• Legal segments highlight both the gravity and complexity of recent criminal cases with political implications.

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Tylenol & Autism Warning: [00:02 – 00:54]
• UN General Assembly & Foreign Affairs: [00:54 – 01:48]
• Ruth Trial Update: [03:18 – 04:10]
• ABC Station Shooting Charges: [04:10 – 05:02]
• Kimmel Show Reinstatement: [05:02 – 05:16]

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Conclusion

This brisk newscast provides high-level overviews and crucial updates on political, health, and legal news shaping the national conversation. President Trump’s public health stance, challenges at the UN, significant federal trials, and media controversies are all succinctly reported, highlighting FOX’s emphasis on breaking, politically charged news.

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Transcript

[Debra Valentine]

Autism and Tylenol. I'm Debra Valentine, Fox News. President Trump is warning pregnant mothers against taking Tylenol, citing a possible risk of autism in children.

[Jared Halpern]

Don't take it. That's President Trump's advice to pregnant women about acetaminophen, known as Tylenol. Unless it's absolutely necessary, don't do it. The president's direct plea comes as his administration's top health officials warn of a potential link between Tylenol taken by pregnant women and infants with a rise in autism rates.

[Debra Valentine]

You know there's something artificial.

[Jared Halpern]

They're taking something. The FDA will issue new guidance to doctors about the use of Tylenol by pregnant mothers. The maker of Tylenol says sound science shows acetaminophen does not cause autism. And other researchers say the rise in autism rates is due to better understanding of diagnoses. At the White House, Jared Halpern, Fox News.

[Debra Valentine]

President Trump is set to speak at the United Nations General assembly with two major global conflicts still unresolved. Fox's Alexandria Hoff reports From the President.

[Alexandria Hoff]

Trump will arrive at the UN General assembly meeting with all eyes on his reaction to additional allies departing from the US and announcing their recognition of a Palestine state. The White House says the president's speech will highlight the renewal of American strength and historic domestic and international accomplishments. Despite considerable effort. Gaza and Israel, along with Russia and Ukraine have been thorns in the president's side. Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has been unrelenting in his assault on Ukraine, offered President Trump a one year extension to the latest nuclear treaty which limits nuclear weapons for both countries. Newly confirmed US UN Ambassador Mike Walsh warned during an emergency session Security Council meeting that NATO will be defended following multiple airspace violations by Russia.

[Debra Valentine]

President Trump is expected to meet with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky during the General Assembly. America is listening to Fox News.

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[Debra Valentine]

Closing arguments Tuesday for the trial of Ryan Ruth, accused of trying to assassinate then presidential candidate Donald Trump in Florida last year, Ruth called just three witnesses before resting his defense Monday. Fox's Jonathan Serry reports from Fort Pierce, Florida.

[Jared Halpern]

He spent a considerable amount of time questioning firearms expert Michael McCarthy about the operability of the SKS rifle and scope found at the alleged sniper nest and whether the rifle could have been effective in hitting a target at a considerable distance, McClay said. Depending on the skill of the shooter, yes. Ruth then called on two character witnesses. Former co worker and friend Marshall Hinshaw said Ruth was generous with money and provided him shelter at times. Hinshaw was in need and Will Milson, a friend of Ruth's son Oren, said the defendant was calm under stress, gave people jobs and offered everything he had.

[Debra Valentine]

The prosecution spent seven days questioning 38 witnesses. Federal charges filed against a man accused of firing a gun into an ABC affiliate TV station in California.

[Tanya J. Powers]

Hannibal Hernandez Santana is accused of shooting into the lobby of the studios of ABC 10 near downtown Sacramento on Friday. Federal prosecutors say he had a note in his car that was critical of the Trump administration and a calendar reminder on his fridge to, quote, do the next scary thing. The handwritten note references FBI Director Cash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi. Hernandez Santana was arrested on Friday on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon before being released and re arrested the following day by the FBI. He faces three federal charges, having and discharging a firearm in a school zone and interfering with a radio communication station. Tanya J. Powers, Fox News ABC says they will.

[Debra Valentine]

Reinstate Jimmy Kimmel's late night show Tuesday after suspending it due to his comments about the assassination of a conservative activist. Charlie Kirk, I'm Debra Galentine. This is Fox News.

[Jared Halpern]

Hey, I'm Trey Gowdy, host of the Trey Gaddy Podcast. I hope you will join me every Tuesday and Thursday as we navigate life together and hopefully find ourselves a little bit better on the other side. Listen and follow [e-mail].